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Asia has many amazing cities to explore and see up close. The many historic and colorful cities of this region are a great way to have the vacation of a lifetime. At Pacific Holidays, we love this area. We know this area. We’re Asia experts. This is why we offer a tour designed to bring our clients to three great Asian cities: Beijing, Hong Kong & Macau. Travel here with us and bring back the memories of a lifetime.

An Ideal Tour

All tours here have an itinerary designed to help each person participating to see as much of the country as possible. Our tours start in Los Angeles with a relaxing trans-Pacific flight to Beijing. Once there, visitors have the chance to see the city in depth with our help. After several days in Beijing seeing Chinese cultural sights with our assistance, it’s off the second leg of the journey in Hong Kong. Magnificent Hong Kong awaits offering dozens that make for a one of a kind trip. Then travel with us as we bring you to contemporary Macau, one of Asia’s most delightful and modern cities.

See Many Important Sights

Our tour offers the opportunity to explore many sites in each city. Those who travel with us have chance to see impressive landmarks such as The Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven in China’s capital city. In Hong Kong, see the Giant Buddha and explore the city’s many peaceful parks and large and diverse shopping areas. The Chinese / Portuguese city of Macau offers a historical city center along with the opportunity to sample the Portuguese influenced architecture and food.

Travel to Asia With Us

At Pacific Holidays, we make travel to Asia easier than ever. Those who come with us will find that all transfers between each city is included, making getting around a snap. Stay at comfortable, elegant hotels such as the Qianmen Hotel in Beijing and the BP International House in Hong Kong. Our trips include many meals as well as detailed tours of each city, allowing all of our clients to have the opportunity to see each place with the help of skilled guides. Save money on a great vacation to Asia’s most dynamic cities with our expert and caring help.

Nepal and the Himalayas are exotic destinations that most people only ever dream of visiting. With Pacific Holidays, you can be one of the lucky few to actually check this breathtaking locale off your travel bucket list. The organization’s exciting tour packages give you an inside look at your destination in ways that are often unavailable to travelers without experienced guides.

This 12-day adventure begins in Kathmandu, where you’ll spend three days soaking in the culture and seeing the sights of the city, either on your own or with a guided tour, including must-see spots like the Kathmandu Durbar Square. You can also enjoy authentic yoga classes at the Pranayama Yoga Studio while you are in town. On day three, you’ll travel by tourist bus to Pokhara, where you’ll stay in the Hotel Lake Star. This picturesque lakeside town offers spectacular views of the Himalayas as far as the eye can see. Over the course of the next five days, you’ll embark on a trek through the mountainous terrain, crossing suspension bridges and hiking through dense forests dotted with rushing waterfalls.

The next stop is the Chitwan National Park in Nepal’s lowlands, where you’ll spend the next three days. Enjoy a canoe trip through the national park to view the abundant aquatic and feathered wildlife. You’ll also get to partake in an elephant back safari during which you’ll have the chance to see rhinoceros, leopards, monkeys and the undisputed king of the jungle, the Royal Bengal Tiger. On your last night in Chitwan, you’ll be treated to a traditional tribal dance performance. The final day of the tour brings you back to Kathmandu for a day of free time before the farewell dinner. The trip concludes upon checkout the following morning.

Throughout your adventure, you’ll have experienced guides and naturalists on hand to provide insight and information about your surroundings and the history and culture of Nepal. Breakfast is included each day with some lunches and dinners included as well. All land transportation throughout the tour is also included. Through the end of July, Pacific Holidays is offering a drastic price reduction on Nepal and the Himalayas tours, saving you 64% of the regular tour price. However, these low rates won’t be around for long, so book your tour today to take advantage of the savings. Your Nepal and Himalayas adventure awaits!

Over, the years the travel industry has evolved, presenting amazing travel solutions and packages to the travel enthusiast. This has elevated travel touring to the top of many peoples’ to do list; however, nothing compares to the thrill of traveling to new places and locations. If you looking to experience this thrill at its very best, then Fiji is the perfect destination for you.

FIJI – A Travel Guide:

Terrain: Fiji is famous of its sunny drenched beaches, and has about 300 islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Leva being the largest. Its landscape of turquoise lagoons, palm-lined beaches, breathtaking waterfalls and various enticing cultures such as the East Indian, Polynesian and Chinese peoples. And it still offers an opportunity to surf, snorkel and dive among the soft coral and zip lining.

Culture: In Fiji there are three official languages; English, Fijian, and Hindi. With English you can get along quite well with the locals. You also have the opportunity to learn a few words of the dominant Fijian and which is an interesting language to learn. Further, the locals are quite friendly and you can be sure to add some to your friends list.

After meeting the heartwarming people of Fiji, you will marvel at their distinct and unique culture preserved for centuries and passed from generation to generation. Learn more about this by attending some Fijian holidays such as the Kava and Meke ceremonies. Here you can listen to captivating legends and shake up to their infectious traditional rhythms.

When to Travel to Fiji: The dry season runs rom May to October, which is when you can experience clearer water and cooler temperatures. Many people choose this time period to travel there. The rainy season runs from November through April. This is when hotel rates are at their lowest, so budget travelers willing to combat some rain may like this time. Summer is the peak season.

Fiji is not just a destination, it’s a travel phenomenon. Words just tell a fraction of the beautiful Fiji story, and it’s best experienced first-hand rather than read. Pacific Holidays is offering a package starting at just $1699 per person including airfare.